Habitat fragmentation Habitat fragmentation occurs when large, contiguous areas of habitat are reduced in area and divided into two or more smaller units (Wilcove et al. 1986). The fragmented units are isolated from one another and embedded ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources
Conservation of Regional Biological Diversity Biological diversity refers to the diversity of all ecological hierarchies including genetics, populations, species, communities and ecosystems. It is important to include the spatial arrangements ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural ResourcesEdge Effects on Habitat Habitat fragmentation leads to increased edge and shifts in microclimate along the edge. Edge influences several abiotic aspects of habitat including light, temperature, humidity, and wind (Schelhas and Greenberg 1996). ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural ResourcesMargaret Rivas hoped to go to college to become an organic chemist, but her road to college was unexpectedly delayed when her mother was diagnosed with stage four cancer. “All of my plans for college went out the window and submitting applications ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Teaching, Water, WildlifeMargaret Rivas hoped to go to college to become an organic chemist, but her road to college was unexpectedly delayed when her mother was diagnosed with stage four cancer. “All of my plans for college went out the window and submitting applications ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Teaching, Water, Wildlife
By: Elise Cassie and Jessica Ireland Each year, Florida Project Learning Tree (FL PLT) recognizes a partner, facilitator, and educator who have made exceptional contributions to the program. This year, awardees include Shannon Brewer, City ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Community Volunteers, Forests
Ever come across something odd in your yard? How about something that looks strangely like candy canes? No, Santa's elves haven't come early. This is actually a very unique native plant called indian pipe or ghost plant (Monotropa uniflora). ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
The Faustmann Symposium is a conference about forest economics that takes place every 4 years. It is named for Martin Faustmann, who developed the land expectation value formula, the solution to determine the profitability of a forest stand. ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Natural Resources, Professional Development